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1947 Bendix Model S timer...will it ever work again? 		[Down to Last]

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Post# 586020   3/30/2012 at 22:48 (4,402 days old) by timermotortim ()        

Bought a beautiful old Bendix, its in nearly perfect condition, I'm so happy with it but the timer isn't working! i set it to wash and it spun and spun, really cleaned the clothes, mainly because I walked away and let her go for almost an hour. i took apart the the dials and inspected the timing motor, all the wires are clean and no burns or frays. The whole piece is almost a work of art, the only thing I can't open is the timing motor canister, which is soldered shut...can i melt it open and see what needs fixing? The local electrician told me to give up, swearing that the motor is trash, but i don't want to believe him! People sometimes just want to see the old stuff go away, its so sad. Anyway, it seems i may need a replacement. Desperate for a lead or advice on my open heart surgery ahead. PLEASE!

Jan




Post# 586026 , Reply# 1   3/31/2012 at 00:12 (4,402 days old) by arbilab (Ft Worth TX (Ridglea))        

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There are clock repairers who can take those motors apart AND put them back together working. Even if they have to fabricate parts. Such a specialty is likely on the expensive side. I can't point you at one, but don't give up. Google 'clock motor rebuilding'.

Post# 586103 , Reply# 2   3/31/2012 at 12:09 (4,401 days old) by Jetcone (Schenectady-Home of Calrods,Monitor Tops,Toroid Transformers)        
Pictures please

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don't leave us in the dark!



Post# 586423 , Reply# 3   4/1/2012 at 16:05 (4,400 days old) by bendixmark (Winchester Mass)        
1947 Bendix

 Is this the Bendix that was in Nashville pictured on the site here a month or so ago?Also in addition to pictures what other details can you share with us,how is the door gasket and cylinder bearing?Did the machine run right the first time or were there problems like the pump valve sticking/how does the machine sound when it runs is it it loud or Quiet?Did you have to change the transmission oil and for that matter did it have any oil in it?Mine didnt,not a drop.Looking forward to pictures and details if you can.


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